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What is another word for Flagrant? – 155 Flagrant Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    blatant glaring obvious conspicuous notorious egregious heinous atrocious outrageous scandalous shameful shocking appalling dreadful terrible awful abhorrent detestable disgusting distasteful foul gross hideous horrific inexcusable indefensible intolerable loathsome nauseating objectionable odious offensive reprehensible revolting unacceptable unconscionable vile

    Meaning of Flagrant

    The primary meaning of the word "flagrant" is shockingly bad or excessive.

    Definitions

    • The word "flagrant" refers to something that is shockingly bad or excessive, or an act that is done openly and unashamedly, especially one that is considered wrong or immoral.
    • It can also describe a situation or behavior that is blatant, glaring, or obvious, and often used to express strong disapproval or condemnation.

    Etymology of Flagrant

    The word "flagrant" has its roots in the Latin word "flagrare," which means "to burn" and is also related to the word "flagellum," meaning "whip" or "scourge."
    The word "flagrant" originally meant "burning" or "glowing," and later developed to describe something that is shockingly bad or blatant, as if it were a burning or glaring offense.

    Example Uses

    • The flagrant disregard for human rights in the country has sparked international outrage.
    • The athlete's flagrant foul during the game resulted in his immediate ejection.
    • The company's flagrant violation of environmental regulations has led to a massive fine.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    subtle discreet hidden concealed secret covert clandestine surreptitious stealthy furtive unobtrusive inconspicuous slight minor negligible insignificant trivial harmless innocent blameless irreproachable impeccable flawless perfect acceptable tolerable excusable justifiable defensible

    Related Nouns

    offense crime violation infringement transgression misconduct wrongdoing scandal outrage atrocity horror monstrosity abomination evil wickedness immorality corruption depravity iniquity turpitude villainy nefariousness cruelty brutality savagery barbarity

    Related Verbs

    violate infringe transgress offend outrage scandalize shock appall horrify disgust nauseate sicken revolt offend disturb upset trouble distress perturb annoy irritate vex displease

    Related Adjectives

    egregious heinous atrocious outrageous scandalous shameful shocking appalling dreadful terrible awful abhorrent detestable disgusting distasteful foul gross hideous horrific inexcusable indefensible intolerable loathsome nauseating objectionable odious offensive reprehensible revolting unacceptable vile wicked immoral corrupt depraved evil vicious brutal savage barbaric